Environmental Clerk of Works

WSP; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an enthusiastic Environmental Clerk of Works to join its experienced Ecology team. The role involves monitoring construction sites for adherence to environmental legislation, conducting site inspections, and supporting project work at various locations across the UK. Ideal candidates should have a background in ecology and construction, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be proactive problem-solvers. Join a leading company committed to making a positive impact on communities abroad and at home.

Qualifications

• CSCS card or in the process of obtaining one.
• Full UK drivers license.
• Experience with habitats and protected species ecology.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring construction sites for environmental compliance.
• Drafting species protection plans and conducting surveys.
• Delivering environmental guidance to contractors.

Skills

Ecological management

Monitoring construction activities

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

WSP has a large, highly experienced and friendly Ecology team who get involved with a diverse range of multi-disciplinary projects within the UK for both private and public clients. The team pride themselves on the integrated support offered by working alongside our in-house water, landscape, arboriculture, Natural Capital and sustainability specialists to deliver commercially balanced, innovative and integrated solutions.

With one of the UK’s largest ecology teams with a growing portfolio of projects, WSP is looking to appoint an assistant or consultant grade Environmental Clerk of Works to help support our growing portfolio of project work at construction stage. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced environmentalist with a background in construction and construction management plans; and demonstrable experience in undertaking pre-construction surveys.

Your New Role What’s Involved?

• Visiting construction sites across a variety of industries (windfarm/grid connection/underground cabling/sub-sea cabling etc) to monitor adherence to environmental legislation.
• Carry out site inspections and audits of construction works against planning conditions and associated documents (e.g. Construction Environmental Management Plan).
• Drafting species protection plans and precautionary methods of works for a variety of species.
• Undertaking protected species surveys and licence applications where relevant.
• Provide guidance and solutions to contractors on environmental compliance and best practice methods.
• You would be a key point of contact, working closely with other disciplines, notably ecologists, hydrologists, archaeologists and engineers to provide an integrated EnvCoW service.
• Delivery of toolbox talks and onsite environmental guidance to contractors.
• The delivery of a EnvCoW role may require working away from home between Monday-Friday.
• Compilation of weekly site reports and supporting team management with administration tasks.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A CSCS card (or in the process of gaining one).
• A full UK drivers licence.
• Confident in habitats and protected species ecology.
• An understanding of ecological management in a construction context.
• An understanding of the environmental impact assessment legislation, policy and guidance.
• An understanding of Controlled Activities Licencing (CAR) and pollution prevention.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant wildlife legislation.
• Experience of monitoring construction activities in line with best practice guidance from small to large sized projects.
• The need to be well organised, pro-active, reliable and willingness to travel between project sites.
• The ability to be pragmatic and be solutions driven.
• Can work under short time pressure to resolve emerging environmental issues on site.
• Ability to be communicate effectively, hold high interpersonal skills and able to communicate confidently with clients.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

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